Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has stated that he is consulting with the chair on the appropriate action to be taken against MP Asaduddin Owaisi for his 'Jai Palestine' slogan during oath-taking in Parliament. Rijiju emphasized that India is not against any country but does not condone chanting in support of another country inside the Parliament. Don't miss the chance to read this exclusive news on how the controversy unfolds.
In a heated exchange of words, RJD leader Mrityunjay Tiwari slammed AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi for his controversial "Jai Palestine" chant during his oath-taking ceremony. Accusing both Owaisi and the BJP of promoting politics of hate, Tiwari emphasised the need for responsible behaviour from those in power. He also challenged the JD(U)-led Bihar government to present data on rising crime in the state, while praising party leader Tejashwi Yadav's efforts in holding the government accountable.
BJP has expressed outrage over AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi's controversial 'Jai Palestine' slogan during his oath as a member of the Lok Sabha, saying it could lead to his disqualification from Parliament. Owaisi has defended his actions, stating that there is nothing wrong with expressing allegiance to the conflict-hit country. BJP leader Amit Malviya has cited Article 102 of the Constitution, highlighting the part about disqualification if a member demonstrates adherence to a foreign state.
AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi sparked controversy during his oath as an MP in Parliament by chanting 'Jai Palestine' slogan. Union minister Shobha Karandlaje filed a formal complaint against him and demanded that his speech be removed from the parliamentary record. Owaisi defended his actions, stating that his intention was to show solidarity towards the oppressed people of Palestine and referred to Mahatma Gandhi's views on the issue.
While taking his parliamentary oath, AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi ended with the words "Jai Palestine", sparking criticism from Union Ministers G Kishan Reddy and Kiren Rijiju. Reddy labelled the statement as against the rules of the House and stated that Owaisi does not say "Bharat Mata ki Jai" while living in India. Rijiju also expressed his disapproval, stating that praising another country during the oath-taking ceremony is inappropriate. Meanwhile, Owaisi defended his statement, citing Mahatma Gandhi's views on Palestine and the ongoing conflict in the region.
All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen president Asaduddin Owaisi took his oath as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha session, using his platform to express solidarity with Palestine. This is not a new stance for Owaisi, who has consistently voiced his support for Palestinian rights and openly criticized Israel's actions towards Palestine. By invoking "Jai Falasteen" during his oath, Owaisi sends a powerful message to the international community about the importance of standing in solidarity with oppressed communities.
AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi created uproar in the Lok Sabha after he chanted 'Jai Palestine' during his swearing-in ceremony as MP. The BJP members immediately objected and demanded to expunge the slogan from the records. The issue took a political turn as Union Ministers Radha Mohan Singh, Kiren Rijiju, and G. Kishan Reddy condemned Owaisi's remarks and questioned his loyalty to the Constitution. Owaisi, on the other hand, stood by his statement and argued that it was not against the Constitution.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi caused a stir in Parliament when he included "Jai Palestine" in his slogans during his oath-taking as a Member of Parliament. Facing criticism from BJP MPs, he defended his statement by citing the Indian Constitution and historical perspectives on Palestine. Despite the backlash, Owaisi stood his ground and reminded everyone of Mahatma Gandhi's support for the oppressed people of Palestine.
BJP MP Chhatrapal Singh Gangwar from Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly took his oath as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha and concluded it with the words, "Jai Hindu Rashtra, Jai Bharat". This led to objections raised by opposition leaders, who called it against the Constitution. This comes after a similar controversy involving AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, who concluded their oaths with chants of "Jai Palestine" and "Jai Hind, Jai Samvidhan" respectively.
Chhatra Pal Singh Gangwar, a BJP MP from Bareilly, caused a stir during the Lok Sabha proceedings when he exclaimed 'Jai Hindu Rashtra, Jai Bharat' after taking oath as a member. Opposition MPs were quick to criticize his statement, deeming it anti-constitutional. The Chair assured that the remarks will not be recorded, just as when AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi invoked Palestine during his own oath-taking the previous day.